Weather Authority: Cold start, St. Patrick’s Day sunshine and storm threat ahead in Philadelphia
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Philadelphia starts the day with a chilly and windy forecast, but some sunshine is expected to break through in time for the St. Patrick’s Day parade. FOX 29 meteorologist Drew Anderson says temperatures will climb into the 50s Sunday, with clouds returning later in the day. He’s also warning viewers about a rough start to the week, with strong storms, heavy rain and the potential for damaging winds on Monday. The Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day parade streams live Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on FOX Local Philadelphia.

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Weather Authority: windy weekend ahead
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